Michael Page are recruiting for a Payroll and Benefits Manager on behalf of a well-established organisation based in Manchester. The Payroll and Benefits Manager will be a standalone role and will be focused on leading and delivering end-to-end payroll services for the business.
Client Details
The company is a well-established entity within their industry, based in Manchester. They are renowned for their commitment to excellence and their strong emphasis on employee satisfaction.
Description
The key responsibilities of a Payroll and Benefits Manager will include:
*To oversee and deliver the end-to-end payroll process for all paid and salaried employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in payments.
*Serve as the primary point of contact for the external payroll provider, ensuring services are delivered in line with agreed SLAs.
*Partner with internal teams to gather, review, and validate payroll inputs, including timesheets, adjustments, variable payments and new starter and leaver information.
*Working with the HR Lead, overseeing the implementation and administration of various benefits programs.
*Ensure that all payroll and/or year- end reporting obligations associated with the benefits is undertaken in line with legislation.
*Act as the first point of contact for employee payroll queries, providing clear and professional responses and resolutions, as required.
*Deliver communication to employees on payroll-related matters as required, including payslip breakdowns and any process changes.
*Regularly review payroll processes and identify opportunities for optimisation and efficiency.
Profile
A successful Payroll & Benefits Manager should have:
*Proven experience managing end-to-end payroll processes in a standalone role or similar capacity.
*Experience of managing relationships with third-party payroll providers.
*Experience of setting up employee benefit plans.
*Expertise in payroll software and systems, with advanced Excel skills for reporting and analysis.
*Professional payroll qualification ie CIPP.
*Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.
*Confident communicator with the ability to explain complex payroll matters clearly to stakeholders at all levels.
*Self-starter with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
Job Offer
*A competitive salary range between £50,000 - £60,000 per annum, based on experience.
*Hybrid/ home working.
*Generous annual leave entitlement.
*Strong pension programme.
*Life assurance.
*Free parking.
*Opportunity to work with a thriving company and industry.